According to the New York Times in 2012,
the Chinese had become increasingly willing “to take to the streets despite the
perils of openly challenging the country’s authoritarian government.” Even more
surprising, government officials had actually acquiesced in some notable cases.
Given the raw nature of power, particularly under authoritarian auspices,
revolution rather than gradual reform may still be the most likely means by
which democracy can bloom under the golden, albeit hazy, sun.
The full essay is at "Chemical Pollution in China."
The full essay is at "Chemical Pollution in China."
